All My Trials

An outstanding arrangement by Mark Hayes of an American folk spiritual. An unhurried introduction gives way to a moderate rock groove highlighted with rhythmic intensity. Much unison writing in men's part; women occasionally divide to three parts. An exciting Christmas medley, combining the English carol Here We Come A-Caroling, with the French carols Bring a Torch, Jeanette Isabella (featuring the women), and Masters in this Hall (featuring the men). InstruPax includes: director's score, 2 trumpets [opt. flugelhorns], 2 tenor saxes, rhythm, synthesizer, percussion.